{"id":1125,"date":"2023-01-08T17:54:38","date_gmt":"2023-01-08T17:54:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/?p=1125"},"modified":"2026-04-06T16:00:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:30:14","slug":"things-to-see-in-province-of-kermanshah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/things-to-see-in-province-of-kermanshah\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to See in Province of Kermanshah"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Kermanshah is a province nestled in western Iran, celebrated for its deep historical roots and vibrant culture. This province boasts a plethora of tourist attractions that provide a window into Iran&#8217;s illustrious past and its dynamic present. Here are some of the must-visit attractions in Kermanshah:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-bisotun\">1. Bisotun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"577\" title=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58-1024x577.jpg\" alt=\"Bisotun\" class=\"wp-image-54684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58-780x439.jpg 780w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58-390x220.jpg 390w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58-840x473.jpg 840w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-58.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located near the city of <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link\" href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/kermanshah-travel-guide\/\" title=\"Kermanshah\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Kermanshah<\/a>, Bisotun is an ancient site that houses the renowned Bisotun Inscription. This massive cuneiform inscription hails from the Achaemenid Empire era and narrates the tales of the Persian king, Darius I, and his various conquests. Additionally, visitors can marvel at the Bisotun relief, a grand rock depiction showcasing Darius I in the midst of battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/Bisotun,+Kermanshah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Maps Link to Bisotun, Kermanshah<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-taq-e-bostan\">2. Taq-e Bostan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" title=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-59.jpg\" alt=\"Taq-e Bostan\" class=\"wp-image-54685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-59.jpg 800w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-59-780x585.jpg 780w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-59-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-59-747x560.jpg 747w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Situated in the heart of Kermanshah, <a href=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/taq-e-bostan\/\">Taq-e Bostan<\/a> comprises a series of rock reliefs that trace back to the Sassanid period. These reliefs portray the Persian monarchs Shapur I and Khosrow II in diverse scenarios. The intricate detailing and exquisite carvings of these reliefs are truly a sight to behold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/Taq-e+Bostan,+Kermanshah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Maps Link to Taq-e Bostan, Kermanshah<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-anahita-temple\">3. Anahita Temple<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" title=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"Anahita Temple\" class=\"wp-image-54686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60-780x522.jpg 780w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60-837x560.jpg 837w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-60.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Positioned in the city of Kangavar, the Anahita Temple is an ancient sanctuary dedicated to Anahita, the revered Persian deity of fertility and water. Dating back to the Parthian period, this temple stands as one of the rare remnants of ancient Persian architectural brilliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/Anahita+Temple,+Kangavar\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Maps Link to Anahita Temple, Kangavar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-quri-qale-cave\">4. Quri Qale Cave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" title=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-61.jpg\" alt=\"Quri Qale Cave\" class=\"wp-image-54687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-61.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-61-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-61-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-61-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A stone&#8217;s throw away from Kermanshah is the Quri Qale Cave, a natural wonder renowned for its mesmerizing stalactites and stalagmites. This cave, a haven for spelunking enthusiasts, also shelters a diverse range of rare fauna and flora.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/Quri+Qale+Cave,+Kermanshah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Maps Link to Quri Qale Cave, Kermanshah<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-tekyeh-moaven-al-molk\">5. Tekyeh Moaven al-molk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"645\" title=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-62-1024x645.jpg\" alt=\"Tekyeh Moaven al-molk\" class=\"wp-image-54688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-62-1024x645.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-62-780x491.jpg 780w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-62-768x484.jpg 768w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-62-840x529.jpg 840w, https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-62.jpg 1348w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Tekyeh Moaven al-molk is a unique and historic building located in Kermanshah. It stands as one of the most beautiful and valuable Tekyehs (places for religious ceremonies) in Iran. The structure is adorned with colorful tiles that depict various scenes, including stories from the Quran, the life of prophets, and tales of Iranian heroes. The intricate mosaics and the architectural design make it a must-visit for anyone interested in Persian art and history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/Tekyeh+Moaven+al-molk,+Kermanshah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Google Maps Link to Tekyeh Moaven al-molk, Kermanshah<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-bottom\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;1125&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;bottom&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;6&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (6 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Things to See in Province of Kermanshah&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;142.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 142.5px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            5\/5 - (6 votes)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kermanshah is a province in western Iran that is known for its rich history and culture. The province is home to a variety of tourist attractions that offer a glimpse into Iran&#8217;s past and present.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1126,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27,103],"tags":[38,131],"class_list":["post-1125","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-city","category-kermanshah","tag-iran","tag-kermanshah"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1125","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1125"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1125\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1126"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1125"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1125"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/orienttrips.com\/mag\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1125"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}